An overview of the historical background and theology of Luke to help you develop your sermon series and apply it to your hearers. Of all the books in the New Testament, Luke’s Gospel is the longest.

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e Lord Jesus Christ's first recorded sermon (Luke 4:16) was not considered very "friendly" by His listeners. In fact, it was so distasteful to the congregation, they attempted to throw Him from a ...